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$69 Find Cheap Flights from Fresno to San Diego

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Cheapest round-trip
$137
Typical prices: $307-$177
Southwest
Tue 5/19Tue 5/26
FAT - SAN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$69
Typical prices: $82-$193
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/27
FAT - SAN • Non-stop
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FAT's efficient layout eases check-in and boarding.
Take the Route 992 bus from SAN to downtown.
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Cheap Flights from Fresno to San Diego (FAT-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Fresno to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fresno to San Diego

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
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6:30 am - 7:45 am
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1h 15mnonstop
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8:30 am - 9:55 am
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1h 25mnonstop
$137Southwest
Mon, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 10
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3:37 pm - 8:47 am
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SAN
17h 10m
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9:53 pm - 6:00 pm
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20h 07m
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$146Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
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5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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3h 30m
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8:30 am - 9:55 am
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1h 25mnonstop
$147Southwest
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
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6:15 am - 10:09 am
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3h 54m
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6:20 am - 10:38 am
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4h 18m
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$157United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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4:23 pm - 5:47 pm
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1h 24mnonstop
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8:57 am - 10:29 am
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1h 32mnonstop
$166Alaska Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Sat, May 30
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5:30 am - 8:55 am
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3h 25m
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6:45 pm - 8:05 pm
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1h 20mnonstop
$167Southwest
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2
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2:05 pm - 9:12 pm
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7h 07m
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9:43 am - 9:46 am
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24h 03m
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$169Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 8
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3:37 pm - 8:47 am
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17h 10m
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10:07 pm - 1:16 pm
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15h 09m
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$171Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Mon, May 25
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7:46 pm - 9:09 pm
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1h 23mnonstop
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7:55 am - 9:26 am
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1h 31mnonstop
$172Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jun 23 - Tue, Jul 7
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2:06 pm - 8:48 am
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18h 42m
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9:53 pm - 9:47 am
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Fresno to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Fresno to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Fresno to San Diego?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Fresno to San Diego departing in May.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Fresno to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Fresno to San Diego, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Diego, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Fresno to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Fresno to San Diego is January, where tickets cost $167 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $247 and $247 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Fresno to San Diego?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $208 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Fresno to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Fresno to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Fresno to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 60% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$69
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking flights from Fresno to San Diego

  • What flights are offered between Fresno and San Diego?

    Because Fresno and San Diego are such a short distance from each other, it’s possible to find several direct daily flights between the two cities. Non-stop flights for this route are often serviced by Alaska Airlines. You may also find flights that a layover, which frequently occurs in San Francisco.

  • How can I travel from downtown Fresno to Fresno Yosemite International Airport?

    An easy way to get from downtown Fresno to Fresno Yosemite International Airport is by driving, which takes around 10 to 15 minutes in total. You can also use public transportation instead if you are looking for a more environmentally friendly way to get here. Bus line 26 will bring you directly to the airport in approximately 30 to 35 minutes.

  • What transportation options exist between San Diego International Airport and the city center?

    Driving from San Diego International Airport to the city center typically takes around 10 minutes. Those that would like to take public transportation instead can hop on bus line 923, which will bring you to the heart of San Diego in around 20 to 25 minutes.

  • Is it possible to rent a car directly at the San Diego International Airport?

    San Diego International Airport has its own on-site rental car center that can be found in the arrivals terminal, not too far from the baggage claim. In this center, you’ll be able to choose from a few different companies including Alamo, Avis, and Fox. All of their cars are parked nearby, so it won’t take long for you to get to your rental vehicle.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Fresno to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Fresno to San Diego was $69 for a one-way ticket and $137 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Fresno and San Diego?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Fresno to San Diego?

    Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Fresno to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Fresno to San Diego?

    The Embraer 170 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Fresno to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Fresno to San Diego?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Fresno and San Diego, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Fresno to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from Fresno to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Fresno to San Diego, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Fresno to San Diego are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $157 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $226 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Fresno to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Fresno to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Fresno to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Fresno is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Fresno to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Fresno with another airline. Booking your flights between Fresno and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Fresno to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Fresno up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Fresno to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $178 or less one-way and $241 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re traveling for work or an important occasion and want to make sure that you look your best, head to the barber in the main terminal of Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT). The barber services are open from Tuesday to Friday between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm and on Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) has several nursing rooms that parents are welcome to access for free. These rooms have plenty of space for strollers and contain comfortable chairs, changing tables, sinks, and outlets.
  • If you have an early flight from Fresno Yosemite International Airport, you will most likely want to book a room at a hotel near the airport. The Wyndham Garden Fresno Yosemite Airport is a nice choice that is around a 5 minute drive away, while the Quality Inn Fresno Yosemite Airport can be found less than 10 minutes from Fresno Yosemite International Airport.
  • To freshen up after traveling all day, you can head to the Airspace Lounge at San Diego International Airport. For a small fee, you can access the shower facilities and you will even be provided with basic toiletries and a towel.
  • Fresno Yosemite International Airport offers a few different parking options, including an economy parking lot, as well as both parking lots and parking garages that offer short and long-term options. Most of these parking options accept both cash or credit for payment.

Prefer to fly direct from Fresno to San Diego?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Fresno Airterminal to San Diego.
Find which airlines fly direct from Fresno Airterminal Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Fresno Airterminal to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

San Diego to Fresno Airterminal

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Fresno to San Diego

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4314 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
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This leg was much better, but we did have to have a 3 hour lay o er after coming from a very exhausting hiccup with our flight from BNA to Den

8.0 ExcellentCheryl, Apr 2026
DEN - SBA
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This leg was much better, but we did have to have a 3 hour lay o er after coming from a very exhausting hiccup with our flight from BNA to Den

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

Mediocre. Boarding is now unpleasant. The employees, once friendly and nice, are now regularly speaking sternly to passengers, badgering them to do things right so they can take off on time and gate check bags because they don't have enough overhead bin space. The pretzel snack was crushed flat and broken into even smaller pieces, which happens frequently lately. Drink service was suspended before they reached my row.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

The seat on the plane out was broken and would not lean back. I have back problems and sitting up straight was hard on my lower back and caused pain for over half the flight. Since I paid extra for First Class so I would not have these issues. This needs to be addressed.

No headphones provided. No gf food. Only 1 beverage cart run sAN to HNL. Rarely saw crew members

A solidly good experience, but would’ve appreciated more communication with regards to travel delays.

No issues and clear sailing. What a preferred to have sat in one of empty seats other than my assigned seat that would be my only complaint if it was to complain.

Perpetually delayed, flight out was delayed almost 2 hours, flight home was delayed an hour and a half. On the way back no refreshments as an option, yet they gave it out to 1st class. No apology or notice of the delay going out both ways. Seats are nice feature wise, but the adjustable headrests don't stay up anymore. Feels more like a budget airline

Four hour delay. Missed our event. And they offered me $75. Absolutely shameful.

I have been flying commercial for decades. I was in one of the ladder boarding groups, had my bag tagged because they thought there was not going to be enough space for it in the overhead bins. I politely asked one of the attendance if I could try to find a space- she said I could and I did. I then took the bag tag off and gave it to one of the other attendants as I was told to do by the first one. He, in a curt, anal, and disrespectful manner, told me that I needed to take my bag down from the overhead bin and check it. This was a situation I’ve never encountered before. The attendant’s attitude was confrontational and belittling in front of other onlooking passengers as if daring me to challenge him. I am a physician who takes care of patients day in and day out. Not wanting to make a scene, I calmly told him, “do what you need to do.” he took my bag down from the overhead bin, put the back tag back on it, and checked it only to make room for another bag that was also supposed to be technically checked by a following passenger. The same male attendant later came up to me and said “you shouldn’t have showed me the bag tag,” as if conveying that he was just following protocol was a justification for treating me like a kid out of line. I cared about this because it took 15 minutes from my life to then retrieve the bag at baggage claim and it also felt like really poor customer service. I understand the need for protocols. This is also a service industry, and we the passengers are the clients. We should be made to feel welcome and respected and our life in transit made as easy as it can be within reason. This attendant clearly needs to be reminded of that. Of note, an older female fellow passenger sitting next to me agreed with this assessment.

The boarding process could be clearer, there's never a call for group f

good, no complaints but nothing to rave about. It was fine

I love Alaska! We arrived on the later side without seat assignments only to find the had oversold the flight by 1. The attendants worked extra hard to find a way for our party of 7 to stay together and we made it on the flight! Loved the free WiFi also!

Flight delayed two hours , missed connection flight then connection cancelled- horrible experience with hotel

The checking was disaster, the crew wasn't behave well. It took us two hours to check in, after that thr line at the TSA was long, we barely make the flight. Bad airline

I like that if they asked you to checked in a bag at the gate they give you priority to board

I liked the Starlink WiFi but didn't like how they said they were the only airline to offer a free meal and it turns out to be just a standalone sandwich and then charge for snacks to go with it. Rather have the free snacks like Southwest, but have the option to purchase a decent meal for a 5+ hour flight.

I like Hawaiian, it was great that they had good internet connection across the Pacific Ocean, thanks to Star Link satellites. The seating was comfortable, ( I was in economy ). Maybe I missed it, but I only got offered a beverage once. It was a nonstop flight KOA to SMF. I would take it again next time I go that way.

Previously flown Hawaiian Airlines on similar routes, I found Alaska Airlines to be noticeably more comfortable. The seats on Alaska Airlines provided better support and cushioning, which made a significant difference on the long flight to the islands. When you’re spending 5-6 hours in the air, seat comfort really matters, and Alaska Airlines delivered where it counts. After comparing both carriers, I’ve decided to book with Alaska Airlines for all my future Hawaii trips. The superior seat comfort alone makes it worth choosing Alaska over Hawaiian Airlines. If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii and prioritizing comfort, I’d recommend giving Alaska Airlines a try. You won’t be disappointed. Highly recommended for Hawaii travel!

I received several emails about my 3:10 flight. When I showed up to the airport at 12:30 to check my bags I was told the flight was actually at 1 pm. They grudgingly rebooked me for a flight at 5:22 to Vegas to get a connecting to LAX. I did find the gate for my original 3:10 flight but they were booked. I proceeded to receive status updates and gate change information for the 3:10 flight, even though I was apparently never supposed to be on that flight

The crew was EXTREMELY helpful And sweet and the flight was smooth!

The Kayak confirmation number did not work for checking in the day before. I checked in at 8.30 using my ticket number. When I arrived at the airport, I was informed that the flight was overbooked, and since I had checked in late, I did not have a seat. The Next flight was not until ten PM. I called my wife, who had been taking care of our kids all weekend, and she was upset, calling me a liar and telling me to stay in SD. It turned my weekend getaway into a nightmare! I blame the Kayak website and will not book flights using your app in the future.

One hour waiting time after boarding, but arrived in time. I am satisfied

Outstanding service, efficient & friendly crew, flight was safe, comfortable & on time

The crew was great. Very friendly and responsive. The plane was old, small and tight. We ran out of overhead space and I had to check. Middle seat was particularly tight.

The flight was delayed from take off because only one runway was operational in San Francisco.

Several missed and almost missed connections. It felt like everything was being patched together last minute without enough resources and it ended up being an extremely stressful experience that basically ruined our weekend on the west coast. What a waste.

Packed in plane small uncomfortable seats elbow to elbow nobody wants to be in that situation for the money they paid

Checking in united could not figure out my star alliance gold. Baggage did not get marked priority and didn't receive boarding passes. When got to SFO lounge personal fixed everything Immediately

Flight left on time, arrived early, pleasant staff provided water, coffee, etc. access to bathrooms was reasonable and were well maintained. blankets were available, lots of entertainment options. LUGGAGE SERVICE WAS GREAT. I got my one checked bag quickly and was able to make a bus connection for a 2 hour bus ride saving me from waiting another 1.5 hours.

Terrible, if possible won't be flying again anytime soon!

Wonderful in-seat entertainment with seatback screens and huge selection of quality movies. The ability to bluetooth connect headphones was amazing.

Horrible service no Wi-Fi connection on both leg of the flight and they are refusing to fix bad service

American delayed the flight for a crew rest period. The delay occurred late in the evening - the earliest i can find is 10:20 pm. With a 6 am flight anyone on the flight would have already have been asleep (unless you are insane, a vampire or on drugs) and at least for me i was already on the way to the airport at 445 am the next morning when i discovered they delayed the flight until 9 am. Given the incoming flight was in the air at 6 pm the evening before this should have been figured out a lot more timely that was there only crew to use. Just frustrating given there is no consideration for customer experience anymore in flying.

Flight: Started on time. Comfortable flight. Arrived on time. Crew: Very cordial and helpful. Drinks and snack was served with a smile. Overall enjoyed the trip. Regards, Hari Doss Chanchala Doss

To have arrived on time and not 3 hours late after having already spent $100 to change to an earlier flight, only to arrive back home close to the original flight time.

American Airlines is a miserable experience. It is predictably miserable, in the sense that every time I fly American, I brace myself for the certainty that it will be unpleasant and uncomfortable. But it is unpredictable in the sense that I never know if the flight will be on time or delayed nine hours (both happened to me this week). I never know if I will be able to sit in the seat that I selected when I purchased the ticket or if I will be told by Customer Service (!!!) that I must relocate from first class to a seat in the back of the aircraft with no explanation (both happened to me this week). Will the food be frozen and half defrosted, or scalding hot? Will the drinks be warm? Will the flight attendants be surly and mean? Will the toilets be cramped and foul? Will the seats be narrow and uncomfortable? Will there be a real electric outlet at the seat, or just an unreliable USB-2 port? Will there be enough seats in the boarding lounge or just a few? Will the boarding process be smooth and efficient, or will the gate agents mess it up and delay it needlessly for 30 or 40 minutes? Will the catering and cleaning crew be prompt or will they take an extra 30 minutes? Will the brakes on the aircraft work properly, or will the pilot delay takeoff for four hours while the ground crew attends to what can only be described as routine maintenance that should have been done the night before? I've eexperienced every one of these unpleasant things this year, 2026. The only thing I can reliably count on is that American will find a new way to make the experience of flying as miserable as they possibly can.

Wifi was spotty. Tray table was very dirty when I sat down.

The WiFi would not connect enough for me to do my actual work. It permaspooled, disconnected, said it was connected, then wouldn't open an email... it was frustrating. I am not a tall person, 5'4" - and I felt cramped with little room to reach into my bag under the seat in front of me. I feel sorry for anyone taller than me having to fly. the one positive thing I will add, is the overhead bins are roomy enough to manage more bags than other carriers.

Going non stop to lax like I paid for. Not stopping in MCI for gas. Too long of delays

Delayed for mechanical and no updates on what was happening and how long the delay might be.

A first class seat should fit a fat person, and this doesn't. The trays in the armrest are less functional than an ordinary tray in the back of the seat.

The experience at checkin for my American Airlines flight from Sacramento to LAX was very good including the assistance I received in getting my bags checked in and boarding passes printed. Was pleasantly surprised the my bags were checked through all the way to my destination at Clark International Airport in Angeles, Philippines.

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